Britain is currently experiencing a heat wave.

The record for the hottest day of 2022 was broken yesterday, meteorologists said, with a temperature of 28 ° C recorded at St James’s Park in central London yesterday (June 15).

While many of us will love sunbathing, sipping Pimm’s, and munching on ice cream, we also need to think about our pets.

It is important to keep our dogs cool during the heat.

You don’t want your four-legged friend to suffer from heat stroke, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

So, if you have a dog with you this weekend, be sure to follow these chilling tips compiled by natural instinct.



The pet food company reached out to animal behavior expert Kirsten Dillon, who revealed her top recommendations.

Here’s how to keep dogs cool in hot weather

  1. always carry water – The supply of fresh water is essential even in the mildest heat. Make sure your pet always has access to water, day and night, whether you are traveling, walking, to the vet, in short, anywhere!
  2. look for the shadow – Never underestimate the importance of the shadow. Temperatures can vary alarmingly between direct sunlight and shady areas, so make sure your pet has access to shade wherever he is. Choose woodland walks or invest in a beach umbrella.
  3. Think about your dog’s paws – Dog paws are not as hard as our most fragile shoes. His pads are no different than our thumb pad. So, if you are unsure of the temperature of the floor, press your thumb on it for 20 seconds and see how it feels. Use shade, grass, and dirt as walking surfaces, as concrete and asphalt heat up brutally much faster.
  4. A trip to the hairdresser – Long-haired breeds should be clipped for the summer, especially those like huskies or German Shepherds. However, never let your stylist take off the undercoat. Just like he keeps them warm in the winter, he keeps them cool in the summer too, so leave it there.
  5. Dogs also need sunscreen – If your pet has a white coat, thin coat, or exposed areas of lightly pigmented (pink) skin or likes to tan on their back, you will need to use a pet-friendly sunscreen. Human sunscreens contain harmful ingredients that are toxic to dogs if ingested, so it is important to invest in a special sunscreen.
  6. let them rest – No dog has ever been badly affected by missing an occasional walk in the heat. If you can’t go out too early or too late in the day, don’t go for a walk. Your dog will really thank you.


If you think your dog has heatstroke, it’s important to calm down immediately.

Look for symptoms such as wheezing, drooling, sleepiness, bright red tongue, abnormal gum color, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, vomiting, or diarrhea.

Give your pet plenty of water and wrap him in a cool, damp towel.

You should also contact your vet for help if your dog is not making a full recovery.